2025 Pennsylvania Regional: Designer

The designer creates the event brand identity within the guidelines of HighEdWeb and produces designs for all collateral as a branded suite including the website. This role works with the marketing and communications lead to ensure that the event’s brand identity is represented cohesively through all channels and collateral.

Responsibilities

Before the event

• Develop a design identity style guide for the event (fonts, logos/banners, colors, etc).
• Design all collateral needed to market the event, such as:
  • Web ads and badges.
  • Social media promotions (like Facebook event imagery).
  • Swag.
  • Name badges.
  • Signage for event and sessions (digital and printed).
  • Marketing email design.
  • Presenter cards.

During the event

• Assist with conference setup.
• Attend all committee meetings.
• Ensure any signage is placed, accurate and swapped as needed.
• Develop ad hoc materials to support communication efforts.

After the event

• Ensure all design files and related files are archived within the event project management site for future reference.

Qualifications

Required

• Membership in the association, which can be fulfilled at application. (Free general membership for higher education professionals would meet this requirement.)
• A detail oriented person that can stay on top of multiple responsibilities
• Knowledge of graphic design development (for multiple formats and platforms) and brand identity development.

Preferred

• Knowledge of web graphic design.
• Ability to work with project management/team communication platforms such as Slack, Clickup, etc.
• Google Drive proficiency.

Estimated time commitment

• As a member of the planning committee, this position is expected to virtually attend monthly meetings.
• The time commitment for committee work varies, with a minimum of 1-2 hours per month and a peak commitment of 1 hour/day at times of deadlines. 
• There will be a couple of hours required after the event to prepare a final report with recommendations for future events.

Length of appointment

Up to 12 months with the option to renew for a subsequent term

Growth opportunities

By serving in this role, you will gain:

• Opportunity to learn while volunteering on a flexible schedule
• Experience serving on a committee for the Association
• Committee members who reliably serve on this committee would be eligible to serve as a committee chair.
• Access to HighEdWeb volunteer rewards.

Conference attendance

Event attendance is required. Event registration is waived for this position.

How to Apply

To apply, select the following Apply for Job button, then use the supplied link. You will be taken to your Volunteer Profile form. Update your profile to include your interest in this position and your related qualifications.